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In this episode, co-hosts Kim Romain and Louise Neil are joined by Dennise M. Kowalczyk, also known as The Adventure Broad, for a deep and inspiring conversation about living life with intentionality, embracing joy, and reclaiming personal power at any stage of life. Together, they explore how we can detach from external expectations, combat self-sabotage, and make empowered choices by tuning into our inner wisdom. Dennise shares her journey of breaking free from limiting beliefs, stepping into new possibilities, and embracing midlife with confidence. If you're seeking insights on healing, self-trust, and personal growth while navigating a chaotic world, this episode will leave you inspired to live fully and intentionally.

"Lean into the discomfort—it’s often not as bad as you think, and it’s the key to moving forward." – Dennise M. Kowalczyk

Key Takeaways

• Intentionality combats autopilot: When we pause and reflect, we can challenge false narratives and external expectations that no longer serve us.
• Releasing attachment to outcomes: Detaching from expectations allows us to enjoy the process and embrace the joy of possibility, even if things don’t go as planned.
• Healing through self-awareness: Acknowledging discomfort and fear is key to personal growth and reclaiming confidence.
• Self-sabotage awareness: Recognize when saboteurs are holding you back, and choose to rewrite your story to create opportunities for joy and success.
• Redefining beauty at any age: Challenge societal norms and reclaim your own narrative around beauty, age, and self-worth.
• Empowerment through choice: Every moment offers an opportunity to choose alignment, joy, and embodiment in the face of chaos or discomfort.

Key Moments
[00:00] – Introductions
[01:42] – The power of laughter and finding joy in chaos
[03:42] – Avoiding disappointment and being stuck to outcomes
[07:09] – Celebrating groundedness and intentional living
[10:31] – Embracing risk, choice, and letting go of control
[15:18] – "Eating the frog" by tackling the hardest task of the day first builds confidence and shifts energy
[18:20] – How detaching from outcomes and intentional decision-making create empowerment
[26:18] – Challenging societal narratives of aging
[34:35] – Defining beauty on our own terms
[39:47] – The power of stillness and intentional pauses
[48:23] – Grace and connection in relationships

Learn More About Dennise:
You can find Dennise online at TheAdventureBroad.com and on Instagram @TheAdventureBroad to learn more

Additional resources from your hosts:

• Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out as you strive to create change in this world? Created by Kim Romain, The Rising Visionaries is a one-of-a-kind community offering support, tools, and connection with like-hearted changemakers to help you reclaim your energy, find clarity, and align your actions with purpose—so you can make a meaningful impact with greater ease.
  
  
• Discover how to thrive in your career and life during the perimenopause and menopause transition. Created by Louise Neil, Menomentum is here to empower you with education, strategies, and support to align your work and life with your values.
  
  
• Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective. Learn more about the FPC at https://feministpodcasterscollective.com

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In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise sit down for a heartfelt and insightful tête-à-tête, discussing how to navigate chaos with laughter, self-trust, and a deeper connection to ourselves. They explore what it truly means to connect with your body’s innate wisdom, heal from within, and embrace empowerment as a way of being. Through candid reflections and personal stories, Kim and Louise uncover how embodiment can guide us toward greater well-being, mental health, and personal growth—even in the most challenging times. If you’ve been searching for ways to reconnect with yourself, rediscover joy, and cultivate deeper alignment in your life, this episode is a beautiful reminder of the power that lies within you.

"In the midst of darkness, there’s always light." - Kim Romain
"Our bodies hold so much knowledge and power, helping us unlock who we are meant to be." - Louise Neil

Key Takeaways:

• Laughter is a powerful tool for healing, well-being, and finding light in challenging times.
• True empowerment comes from integrating your mind, body, and soul.
• Self-trust is a cornerstone of mental health and personal development.
• Reflection and self-inquiry help us uncover internalized systems of oppression and redefine success and well-being on our own terms.
• Finding joy and light, even in small moments, can provide the strength to face life's difficulties.

Key Moments:
[00:00] – Introduction
[01:22] – Laughter is an essential part of empowerment and healing
[04:29] – How your body holds wisdom beyond what your mind can process
[06:59] – Louise shares her menopause journey to self-trust and honoring the wisdom of her body
[11:43] – How somatic healing can help you cultivate self-love
[14:13] – Kim shares her personal story of disconnecting from her body due to shame
[19:16] – Connection between mindset, rest, and embodiment
[27:03] – Exploring systems of oppression and its ties to disempowerment
[32:36] – How small moments of joy help us reclaim our well-being
[34:35] – Integrating internal reflection with external experiences for personal growth
[39:07] – Reflections and good-byes

Additional resources from your hosts:

• Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out as you strive to create change in this world? Created by Kim Romain, The Rising Visionaries is a one-of-a-kind community offering support, tools, and connection with like-hearted changemakers to help you reclaim your energy, find clarity, and align your actions with purpose—so you can make a meaningful impact with greater ease.
  
  
• Discover how to thrive in your career and life during the perimenopause and menopause transition. Created by Louise Neil, Menomentum is here to empower you with education, strategies, and support to align your work and life with your values.
  
  
• Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective. Learn more about the FPC at https://feministpodcasterscollective.com

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In this episode of The Empowered and Embodied Show, Kim and Louise are joined by Steff Gallante, self-care coach, yoga teacher, and advocate for liberation and social justice. Together, they dive into the transformative power of self-liberation, exploring how we can create sustainable self-care practices, honor our energy, and embody our values in a world that often leaves us overwhelmed and disconnected. From navigating burnout to redefining rest and stepping into radical self-nourishment, this episode offers actionable insights to help you move through life’s challenges with ease and intention. Take a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself—because how you show up for you is how you show up for the world.

"Ease isn’t about avoiding hard things; it’s about finding small ways to hold yourself through them." – Steff Gallante

Key Takeaways

• Self-Liberation as Self-Care: Traditional self-care has become white noise; it’s time to reframe it as liberatory care that centers on nourishing and soothing ourselves.
• Ask the Right Questions: Begin with “How do I want to feel?” and allow your answers to guide small, intentional steps toward ease and alignment.
• Redefining Rest: Explore the seven types of rest (physical, emotional, creative, etc.) and discover what soothes your unique energy without needing to “earn” it.
• Creating Space: Silence can be uncomfortable but necessary for reconnecting with yourself. Start small—turn off the radio during your commute or ditch the earbuds while doing housework.
• Collective Healing Starts Within: True community care begins with showing up for yourself. By mitigating harm within, you create space to engage with the world in healthier, more impactful ways.

Key Moments

[00:03] Introduction and celebrating bold moves

[06:26] Honoring humanity in a year of transition

[12:29] Self care vs. liberatory care

[16:39] Who are you outside the labels?

[23:28] The power of silence and creating space

[27:33] Redefining rest

[32:18] Mitigating harm as collective care

[39:13] The overwhelm of cognitive load

[44:28] Radical self-nourishment

[50:07] Collective liberation starts within

Connect with Steff Gallante

• Instagram: @steffgallante
• Website: steffgallante.com
• Podcast: Humaning: The Shit We Need to Talk About

Additional resources from your hosts:

• Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out as you strive to create change in this world? Created by Kim Romain, The Rising Visionaries is a one-of-a-kind community offering support, tools, and connection with like-hearted changemakers to help you reclaim your energy, find clarity, and align your actions with purpose—so you can make a meaningful impact with greater ease.
  
  
• Discover how to thrive in your career and life during the perimenopause and menopause transition. Created by Louise Neil, Menomentum is here to empower you with education, strategies, and support to align your work and life with your values.
  
  
• Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective. Learn more about the FPC at https://feministpodcasterscollective.com